1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Camaro |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2852 mm |